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It depends on the weight of your baby. If you are diagnosed with gestational Diabetes, your baby's growth will be more closely monitored than if you had a normal pregnancy. The main risk with gestational diabetes is a baby that gains too much weight in the womb due to increased sugar in the blood. If your baby is measuring too big, your doctor may induce labor around 37-38 weeks. Waiting any longer can cause delivery complications and increase the need for a c-section.

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Q: If a women has gestational diabetes how early can a doctor induce labor?
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Does gestational diabetes cause preterm labor?

No, but it is likely they will induce labor early. One of the side effects of gestational diabetes is increased weight of the baby. They sometimes induce the labor when the baby reaches a certain weight to avoid some delivery complications.


What are some symptoms of gestational diabetes?

If caught early gestational diabetes is a condition pregnant moms can control so they have a healthy baby. Here are some common symptoms. http://www.bupa.co.uk/individuals/health-information/directory/d/diabetes-in-pregnancy


If you have gestational diabetes do you have to have a c-section?

No. But gestational diabetes increases your chance of having one. The main risk factor of gestational diabetes is a baby that gains too much weight. Often, if a baby is too big, vaginal delivery is deemed too dangerous and a c-section is scheduled. Your doctor will be closely monitoring your baby's weight in the last few weeks of your pregnancy to determine the need for an early delivery or c-section. The best thing you can do is follow a diabetic diet by limiting sugars and carbs.


What are some of the early symptoms of diabetes?

some early symptoms of diabetes are frequent urination, high blood pressure dizziness and the such. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms call your doctor immediately.


What are some risks from gestational diabetes?

The main risk is a baby that gains too much weight in the womb. When your body is not processing sugar regularly (due to insulin resistance) that sugar enters the bloodstream supplied to the baby. The baby can then pack on the pounds. This is why it is important to maintain a healthy, low-carb, low-sugar diet if you are diagnosed with gestational diabetes. Your doctor will monitor your baby's weight closely to determine if you need to deliver early or have a c-section. Some babies are too big to make a vaginal delivery safely.


What are the different types of diabetes?

Diabetes can be classified into four different types depending upon the cause and symptoms of diabetes. 1. Type 1 Diabetes also referred to as juvenile diabetes is the result of the body's failure to produce insulin. Sometimes referred to as insulin-dependent diabetes because insulin must be supplied to the body daily. 2. Type 2 Diabetes results from insulin resistance when the body is unable to properly use insulin combined with an insulin deficiency 3. Gestational Diabetes which affects expectant mothers, usually during later pregnancy. 4. Pre-Diabetes occurs when blood glucose levels are elevated above normal but are not high enough for a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes. I would suggest going for Riverview Medical Center's Diabetes Management Program that has been granted national recognition from the American Diabetes Association. They also have a helpline 732-530-2555. Call them to set up your initial appointment and address any questions that you may have.


Diabetes screening?

Diabetes screening is important for early detection and most effective management of the disease. Your doctor may suggest screening if you have a family history of diabetes, are overweight or have other risk factors.


Can they induce at 39 weeks?

Normally they would only induce labour if they have suspected a problem with you or the baby these can be a range of problems. Or they would induce labour if you have had previous babies which have been too big to deliver and caused tearing. Therefore they may induce you early so you have a normal sized baby.


What are diabetes early signs?

Diabetes often goes undiagnosed because many of its symptoms seem so harmless. Recent studies indicate that the early detection of diabetes symptoms and treatment can decrease the chance of developing the complications of diabetes.


Will the doctor induce a big baby early he weighs 7Lbs and 5Oz and 2 weeks to go?

Well 7 pounds and 5 oz isn't really that big so probably not. If you are realllly ready, you may be able to talk to your doctor about inducing you , if that is what you want.


What changes can I make to help prevent diabetes?

You can cut down on foods that contains fats, sugars and carbohydrates. You can spot the symptoms early and attempt to resolve the situation with a trip to the doctor's office.


Should I go to the doctor if my toes have been numb for days?

Yes, a trip to the doctor is necessary. Diabetes may be causing this problem or it may be an early indication that one is prediabetic. Web MD.com will also offer other theories as to what may be causing this damage but a doctor knows for sure.